--- title: Sounion Sunset Private Tour lang: en type: tour city: Athens country: Greece price: 400 currency: EUR price_unit: per_group availability: bookable rating: 4.95 reviews: 37 duration_minutes: 300 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 19 of 30 (Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon) schedule_checked: 2026-10-22 data_updated: 2026-10-22 canonical: https://guidekin.com/greece/athens/tours/sounion-sunset-private-tour/ --- # Sounion Sunset Private Tour In our comparison: #19 of 30 in Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Follow one of the most scenic routes in Attica and the Saronic Gulf, combining mythology, natural beauty, and seaside luxury in a unique experience. The drive along the Avenue of Poseidon offers constant sea views before reaching the turquoise waters of Lake Vouliagmeni, a rare natural lagoon known for its thermal waters and serene atmosphere. The route continues through elegant coastal areas like Varkiza and Lagonisi, showcasing the refined Riviera lifestyle of Athens. The highlight is the iconic Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion, dramatically positioned on a cliff above the Aegean Sea, where mythology and sunset views create an unforgettable moment. Flexible private tours tailored to your needs. Professional, certified English-speaking tour drivers. Latest-model Mercedes vehicles (sedans, minivans & minibuses), licensed for tourist use. Exceptional client feedback worldwide. Dedicated customer service. Extensive network of licensed, experienced guides on request. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Entry ticket not included: buy it separately - 6 start times: between 16:00 and 18:30 - Food not included: bring or buy your own - Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €400 per group/vehicle for the Private Tour: 1-3 Guests option; other options up to €692 - Duration: 5h - Rating: 4.95/5 from 37 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: H.P.Tours - Hellenic Private Tours - Group: Private tour, your party only - Guide languages: English - Tickets: Admission not included, pay on site - Start times: 16:00, 16:30, 17:00, 17:30, 18:00, 18:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-22 ## Reviews 4.95 from 37 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 97% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 36 of 37. - 5 stars: 36 (97%) - 4 stars: 0 (0%) - 3 stars: 1 (3%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Private Tour: 1-3 Guests | €400 per group | English | Experience the Sounio private Half Day tour in a private tour by a Mercedes luxurious sedan or similar in style Private -Luxury - Stressfree Duration: 5 hours Bottled Water Mercedes sedan or similar: 3-passenger seater , Fully air-conditioned, Smoke Free Pickup included | | Private Tour: 4-7 Guests | €492 per group | English | Experience the Sounio private Half Day tour in a private tour by a Mercedes minivan in style Private - Luxury - Stressfree Duration: 5 hours Bottled Water Mercedes minivan,Vito or Viano: 7-passenger seater- fully air conditioned - smoke free - free WiFi Pickup included | | Private Tour: 8-11 Guests | €615 per group | English | Private - Luxury - Stressfree Duration: 5 hours Bottled Water Mercedes Minibus: 11 passengers seater Fully air-conditioned Smoke Free WiFi Private Tour: 8-11 travelers: Experience the Sounio private Half Day tour in a private tour by a Mercedes minibus in style Pickup included | | Private Tour: 12-15 Guests | €692 per group | English | Experience the Sounio private Half Day tour in a private tour by a Mercedes minibus in style Private -Luxury - Stressfree Duration: 5 hours Bottled Water Mercedes Minibus: 16 Passengers seater Fully air conditioned Smoke Free Free WiFi Pickup included | ## What's included - Private transportation - Bottled water - WiFi on board - Air-conditioned vehicle - Professional Tour Drivers (Not licensed to accompany you into the sites) ## Not included - Entrance Fees to the Temple of Poseidon (20.00 Euros per adult) - Dinner - English-speaking licensed tour guide (Optional / 260 Euros payable in cash).Subject to availability. - Airport pickup/drop-off on request (additional fee varies by vehicle type) - Gratuities ## Itinerary 1. **Avenue of Poseidon (Poseidornos)** (pass by, no stop) - On your way towards the Temple of Poseidon, you will have the potentiality to absorb the southern suburbs of Athens, such as Old Faliron, Alimos and Glyfada. It is an undeniable fact that these areas are considered to be the most up-scaled ones of Attica. Moreover, the... 2. **Limni Vouliagmenis** (20m) - A short stop for pictures will be made at Vouliagmeni Lake. The lagoon formed about 2,000 years ago. It was once a large cavern that collapsed following an earthquake. The outline of the collapsed cavern roof can be clearly discerned from a distance. The lake has quite unique... 3. **Varkiza** (20m) - is a picturesque sea-side village in the middle of the way to Cape Sounion. The area is very popular to Athenians for short excursions due to its beaches, shops and clubs. 4. **Temple of Poseidon** (1h) - The Temple of Poseidon is built on top of the hill, exactly at the meeting point of the Saronic Sea with the Aegean Sea. The temple was dedicated to God Poseidon, the lord of the Sea and it was there where all the sailors offered a last sacrifice to appease God Poseidon... 5. **Lagonisi** (45m) - On the way back to Athens, the visitor will enjoy the Greek traditional cuisine at a local tavern with a view to the sea. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 16:00, 16:30, 17:00, 17:30, 18:00, 18:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-22 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Good to know - Wheelchair accessible - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Specialized infant seats are available - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Infant car seats are available upon request - Your tour is totally private. No unknown passengers will participate in your group. ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €400 | €200 | | 4 | €492 | €123 | | 6 | €492 | €82 | Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon start at €28 per person. ## Compared with other Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #19 of 30** | €400 per group | 5h | 4.95 (37) | private | | [Lake Vouliagmeni Thermal Spa And Temple Of Poseidon Private Full Day Tour](/greece/athens/tours/lake-vouliagmeni-thermal-spa-and-temple-of-poseidon-private-full-day-tour/?format=md) | €142 | 6h | 4.95 (710) | private | | [Cape Sounio & Temple Of Poseidon Breathtaking Views Private Trip](/greece/athens/tours/cape-sounio-temple-of-poseidon-breathtaking-views-private-trip/?format=md) | €124 | 3h | 4.96 (385) | private | | [Athens Best and Cape Sounion, Poseidon's Temple Private Day Tour](/greece/athens/tours/athens-best-and-cape-sounion-poseidon-s-temple-private-day-tour/?format=md) | €210 | 8h | 4.99 (160) | private | Ranked #19 of 30 in Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €28 to €301, median €125; typical length 5h. 21 of 30 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/greece/athens/cape-sounion-tours/?format=md ## More in Athens - All Athens tours: https://guidekin.com/greece/athens/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/greece/athens/tours/sounion-sunset-private-tour/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/greece/athens/?format=md